Grammy-Winning Jazz Musician Chuck Mangione, Known for 1977 Hit ‘Feels So Good,' Dies at 84
The jazz luminary, revered for his smooth flugelhorn-infused instrumental tunes, died peacefully in his sleep, according to his online obituary.
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Beyoncé ends tour with a bang in Vegas: Destiny's Child, Jay-Z, Shaboozey join her onstage
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